Drill Technician

Dig Energy • Manchester, NH

10h

About The Position

Dig Energy is seeking a Drill Technician to operate and maintain its custom geothermal drilling system. The technician will be the primary operator during both research and development testing and customer installations. The role requires troubleshooting in the field, following test and installation plans, and communicating effectively with engineering and project leads. The technician will work on R&D projects and commercial installations, often outdoors and with frequent travel that may involve overnight stays.

Requirements

• Be comfortable working on R&D and test projects as well as commercial installations.
• Be capable of operating heavy equipment and working on active job sites.
• Be able to follow written procedures and perform drilling activities with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Have strong communication skills within the drilling team and across the broader engineering team.
• Be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Be comfortable with frequent travel and possible overnight stays.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds of equipment.
• Have or be willing to obtain OSHA 10 or 30 certification.

Nice To Haves

• Drilling, construction, and heavy equipment operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the custom drilling platform, including setting it up, repositioning the rig, monitoring drilling activities, and making adjustments as needed.
• Install Dig Energy’s geothermal loops, including finishing, flushing, and grouting.
• Support testing and continued development of drilling techniques, equipment, and operating procedures.
• Follow defined test plans and communicate results and observations effectively.
• Inspect the rig and support equipment before and after operations and service equipment as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Flexible vacation.
• Opportunity to build new energy infrastructure, have real ownership from day one, and grow with the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed